Cooking 101

Cast Iron Skillet

Cast Iron Skillet

I got my first cast iron skillet for my birthday in April. I’ve always wanted one, but never got around to buying it for myself. It sat in my cupboard for months because I was actually afraid to use it. It seemed to be so […]

How to Freeze Meat

How to Freeze Meat

We all have food issues in some way, shape or form. I don’t eat seafood or “freaky” meat. Melissa goes to the store almost daily to ensure the freshest ingredients for meals and will whip something up based on what “looks good that day” (yes…always […]

How to Make a Bacon Bowl

How to Make a Bacon Bowl

For a while now I’ve been wanting to make a Bacon Bowl. It wasn’t exactly the kind of thing I would make on a regular night, so I decided to save this for a special occasion…Baconfest – The Sequel! It was easier (and messier) than […]

Which Cut of Bacon Should you Buy?

Lets be real. Everyone loves bacon. I read something in a magazine recently that said even vegetarians love bacon, they just won’t admit it! Bacon is all the rage these days. We hosted a Baconfest last summer and it was so popular that we are […]

Grilling Tips

Grilling Tips

Memorial Day has passed so grilling season is in full swing! At McNack’s Kitchen, we believe that a female can grill just as good as any man out there and grilled meals shouldn’t be limited to the weekend! Here are some important grilling tips and […]

Cooking with Kids

When my kids were little, I started showing them around the kitchen. I thought it was important for them to learn at an early age that cooking can be fun and not just a chore. They started with the basics like pouring already portioned ingredients […]

Tip Tuesday – Getting the most out of citrus

It’s Tuesday Tip Day!! Since the weather is getting warmer, it’s the perfect time for some delicious juicy fruit! Here are some great tips when using any type of citrus in your meals… Getting the most out of your citrus (lemons, limes, oranges, etc) Roll […]